GPs urged to prescribe omega-3 fatty acids in pregnancy

Increased intake of omega-3 fatty acids during pregnancy is clearly associated with a reduced risk of premature birth, according to an updated Cochrane review.

The review, covering 70 random­ised controlled trials involving nearly 20,000 women, compares outcomes for those ingesting high omega-3s from supplements or food with those taking placebo or no omega-3s.